Carasau Ristorante

I really love the laid-back dining vibe. My partner picked the daily special, which was pretty filling. I ordered a seafood dish that I was really looking forward to, but the taste was just so-so.

I've over looked this restaurant for YEARS, but we finally decided to stop by for the lunch Dine LA special. The special consisted of three courses, a starter, an entree, and a dessert with and additional bread basket. I'd say for $35, we definitely got our money's worth. Each course was phenomneal with every dish having a very rich flavor. I was left wanting more by the end of the meal. We'll definitely be back again to try out more of their menu!

This restaurant is a true hidden gem in Culver City. It offers an authentic Italian-Sardinian dining experience with a wide variety of dishes, from fresh pasta and seafood to traditional Sardinian ravioli and other specialties. Everything tastes homemade and carefully prepared.. The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and very peaceful, making it the perfect place to relax and enjoy a great meal. The staff are attentive and kind, and the service is excellent. A special mention goes to the owner, Vincenzo who is incredibly friendly and works in the restaurant with true passion. He makes you feel like part of the family, and dining here feels just like being at home. If you are in Culver City and looking for authentic Italian-Sardinian food in a quiet neighborhood with a genuine family feel, this place is an absolute must... In one of the pictures is the "Seadas", a typical dessert dish like a Raviolo filled with cheese similar to mozzarella and drizzled with honey. Being myself from Sardinia, this is one of my favorite desserts Sabrina

tasty dishes enjoyed the meals and good red wine. secret spot set back from main area nice find and service excellent

The food was average, but it took over 40 minutes to arrive, despite there being only one table inside and one outside during Monday lunch. The server was inattentive, and there were long gaps between any service. Both soup orders came out at room temperature, and when we asked to have them reheated, the server replied, ‘It’s not cold, just not hot enough.’ Overall, you don’t feel welcomed. Even though they put up signs directing people to the back alley and promote on Yelp, the staff doesn’t seem prepared to work. We won’t be returning.

it should go without saying that Italian cuisine is not monolithic. Not all pasta are the same and certainly the food will vary from region to region. Carasau is not just an Italian restaurant. It is a Sardinian restaurant. I have been here a couple of times, mostly for their delicious gelato, but they also offer delicious and unique pasta. The malloredus is quite good. Doesn't feel heavy for a pasta and yet filling. The flavor is good, although just a tad too salty. Could be the cheese but it does overpower any other flavor in the dish. Good thing it is still a tasty pasta dish. Now, the seadas is quite different. I don't think I've seen this at any other Italian restaurants before. Seadas is a Sardinian specialty, a crispy, deep fried pastry stuffed with Pecorino cheese (love this cheese!) and drizzled with warm honey. It is very delectable and has a beautiful balance of that salty cheesiness and sweet, delicious honey. It's practically a must-have at Carasau if you've never had Sardinian cuisine before. Of course, you also can't go wrong with their gelato, which is light, airy, and oh-so-sweet. My favorites are the pistachio, lemon, and strawberries. Lastly, the restaurant itself is charming. It is a great place for a relaxing lunch or dinner

Weekday team dinner with tasty dishes and great service. A little on the pricey side.

A delicious surprise across the street! I’m staying at a hotel just across from Carasau and was immediately intrigued by the name—I honestly thought it was a Brazilian place! But I walked in and realized it’s actually a cozy Italian gem, and what a discovery it was. I ordered a traditional Sardinian dish (I think it’s called fregola?), little toasted pasta pearls served with Italian sausage, gorgonzola, and plenty of Parmigiano. Pure comfort food. Creamy, rich, full of flavor—it felt like a warm hug from home, the kind of dish that makes you forget you’re thousands of miles away. The vibe is welcoming, the staff super kind, and the food? 100% Italian soul. If you’re in the area and craving something real, go. You’ll thank yourself later.

I had an absolutely wonderful experience at Carasau Restaurant and can't recommend it highly enough. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm, elegant, and inviting -- the perfect blend of modern style and cozy comfort. The lighting, decor, and overall ambiance made it ideal for both a relaxed dinner and a special occasion. The food was truly outstanding. Every dish was beautifully presented and full of rich, authentic flavors. You can immediately tell that the ingredients are fresh and high quality. The pasta was perfectly cooked, the sauces were balanced and flavorful, and the seafood tasted incredibly fresh. Even the bread and appetizers were memorable -- simple, but prepared with real care and attention to detail. What really elevated the experience was the service. The staff were attentive, friendly, and genuinely passionate about the menu. They were happy to make recommendations and explain dishes without ever making us feel rushed. Everything arrived at just the right pace, allowing us to fully enjoy each course. Overall, Carasau Restaurant delivers not just a meal, but a complete dining experience. Exceptional food, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere make it a place I will definitely return to -- and happily recommend to friends and family.

Good food, but the lack of wait staff and extremely slow pacing of our prix fixe Valentine's dinner tanks the rating to a 2. It took 3 hours from start to finish, for our 4-course prix fixe meal to be served to us. This was not because we were slow to eat, but because they were slow to bring food out. Thank goodness we didn't have to be somewhere before 9:15pm, but I wish they had told us in advance that the prix fixe menu was a 3-hour commitment!! I had not intended to spend the entirety of my free evening captive at this restaurant, but that's what happened. My body got so tired of sitting it felt like I had been stuck in a car on a road trip. There were long stretches of time without a server in sight in the whole dining room. All of the tables in the room, including us, would find ourselves sitting there with dishes needing to be cleared and no one coming to check on us or offering more drinks. No one ever checked on us actually. Food was good, but the price point is too high for such mediocre service. Seems like something fell apart in the planning of how to approach the rush of the Valentine's holiday. PS - I also found it odd that the prix fixe 4-course menu basically consisted of double entrees (2nd and 3rd courses were substantial). My guess is that this helped them feel like rather than turn the tables over, they could have 1 table count as 2, and to get there, that means serve 2 entrees?? I appreciate the option to have a leisurely experience and not be rushed out, but wish I'd known in advance if slowness was in fact the restaurant's intention with the 4-course meal.

Oh what a beautiful spot! Just tucked a corner away from the main bustling walkways of Culver City Steps (behind maruwa seicha), this lovely restaurant did not disappoint. It has a gorgeous interior but we sat in the patio area because of the perfectly warm weather and quiet space. Plus I had my two pups with me. I've never tried Sardinian food before and this did not disappoint! For starters, they bring bread with olive oil dip. Imagine a bread so fresh it's cloudy soft on the inside with a perfectly crispy exterior and topped with toasty fennel. exquisite! We Arrived before 5pm so we got to order something off the Happy Hour menu. Calamari with tartar and cocktail sauce was perfectly crispy and hot. Some places mess up this simple starter but not here! Then we got the Burrata cheese, which had perfectly skin- tight texture with a creamy inside atop a bed of arugula and fresh tomatoes. Incredible!! I ordered the Malloreddus alla campidanese, which was my favorite!! Yummy little shell shaped gnocchetti that was cooked just right. And The sauce tasted so umami it's like they actually used real herbs! The fregola de mare was a perfect portion with plenty of mussels, squid, clams and two large prawns atop pearl pasta. However, I think the sauce was missing something as it was a little blander than I thought I'd be. Maybe a little spicier kick would do well. The menu was easy to navigate and under the pasta section, the items with a red asterisk was what was considered traditional Sardinian food. Our waitress was so wonderful. Gave great recommendations for food and wine, checked on us in a timely manner, and offered my pups some water too. I highly recommend checking this place out! Especially if you haven't had Sardinian food before!! It has that intimate family-owned business vibe but with a gorgeous and spacious interior and outdoor seating.

Loved discovering this tucked away Italian restaurant just off the hustle and bustle of Main street in Culver City. I took my pasta loving son here for a special mom/son lunch. His pesto pasta was good, I spent most of my time stealing his food. I had a salad which was fine and probably healthy, but next time I'll be ordering some handmade pasta. A charming Italian waiter helped us out and made us feel at home. Recommend heading off the beaten path.

I'm really confused by all the high reviews....either they had a really off night or reviewers are mainly friends & family... We had reservations for 6:45 but they didn't sit us down til 7pm and to a table that was NOT even set up....the guy was wearing a chef jacket so I assume he was the owner or chef working double duty??! They didn't even give us napkins so I had to ask and the guy handed it with no apology, as if..... Then it took 20 minutes before they even gave us water....then another 10 before they took our order.... We tried to order the carasau bread but they said it was out and only had pizza focaccia.... So we opted for that Also got the eggplant parmigiana which was probably the best thing we ordered here but it wasn't amazing or anything... Also the cheeseboard which was kinda stale and kinda odd Also the fruit di mare pasta with shells that was underwhelming and the spaghetti pomodoro that was also meh.... The branzino didn't come til we were basically done with dinner and it was meh.... And the pizza foccacia never came but they still charged us so we had to point that out.... Horrible experience, meh food.... Never coming back here

It was a rainy day and my brother and I stepped into this amazing cute Italian Sardinian restaurant with delicious food. What a cute discovery and ambiance. My brother insisted on trying Sardinian wine which was so delicious. They're known for their wine apparently so happy I tried some. Pizza was delicious. My brother ordered a veggie sandwich to go which was delicious. There was only one server so I wasn't offered any Parmesan and I wanted chili peppers. Didn't get a chance to order it with my food or asked if we needed anything or else I would have given a higher score.

Good food and wonderful service! Came here on a Sunday night so it was pretty empty which was nice since we had a dog with us. The server was also so nice and brought out water for our dog :) I've never had Sardinian food before but safe to say I really enjoyed it! The pizzas were really good and the pastas were also very tasty. The fregola di Mare had lots of proteins; they definitely didn't skimp on the seafood! While the mallordeous was savory and rich - the leftover sauce was perfect for the table side bread they kept giving us! Nice place for a date night or a dinner with some friends!!

Dinner at Carasau was such a lovely experience, especially celebrating a friend's birthday The restaurant is really cute and cozy...on the smaller side...but they also have a beautiful outdoor seating area. We came with a big group of about 10 people, so service was a little slow at first since they waited for everyone to arrive and be seated, but the waiters were so polite and attentive the entire time. Once we got going, the service was great. The food was absolutely delicious...I loved my pasta...and the wine was amazing. Overall, it's a beautiful spot, perfect for a celebration, and definitely worth the price.

Had an enjoyable team dinner at Carasau, and shared most of the dishes family style, but I recommend you get your own plate as their pasta is delicious enough to hog on your own. Don't make the same mistake I did and park on the street as they have a private lot for diners that is not permit required or payment required. It was a Tuesday evening at 5:30 and there weren't many diners so our party was seated immediately. The interior is moody with darker color tones so that you focus more on your food. Our group ordered pastas to share around the table, and each one was great. The portion sizes are a little small for sharing, but everyone had a bite of each. The pasta was nice and al dente, and the accompany sauces were flavorful.

Went here for Christmas Day. They have happy hour 11AM-5PM! We ordered the soup of the day (mushroom and Gorgonzola) and the half size spaghetti pomodoro. The soup was comforting and creamy. It literally tasted like mushroom Alfredo sauce! The pomodoro had fresh Al dente pasta. The veggies tasted freshly sautéed. Our server was very friendly. It booked up pretty quickly mid service around 12:30 from everyone else having Christmas lunch. The server and the cooks in the kitchen did a fantastic job holding down the fort.

*One star removed for slow service and improper bathroom ==== Came here for dineLA. The menu was amazing, food was worth it. I actually sat in traffic for 3 hrs for this experience. Vincenzo did a good job juggling all the tables, but I had to i keep flagging him down. Apppetizer: bruschetta. Bread was a bit thick but still refreshing. Entree: saffron ravioli. Fresh, the right amount of saffron and it was sweet and creamy. Dessert: panna cotta with berry compote, strawberries, and granola

The culurgiones were fantastic! Prices are a bit steep, and service was overall fine, but a little awkward. We ordered the branzino and it was supposed to come with roasted veggies, but the veggie mix it came with was very saucy. They offered to replace the veggie mix, but took the entire plate back so we were left without our dinner. They brought us veggies, but the zucchini was very bitter. When we told them, they replaced the zucchini as well. A great spot if you want traditional Sardinian food. I do hope they work out the kinks; however, as at this price point, the overall experience didn't match the price.

Such a great romantic vibe even during the daytime. It is very much tucked away, so I wish they had better signs to alert us while while walking by the Culvers by the fountain area. We love the spot on 3rd street so we opted to come here on the recommendation of the owner who manages the LA area. This place certainly did not disappoint and even more the menu is definitely more extensive!! The vibe is so beautiful inside and outside. More than a vibe, the food is excellent. The salad with chicken seemed regularly named as a chopped salad, but you'd be surprised the type of seasoning and the way it is tossed it so flavorful!! The spaghetti I got without any protein and instead opted for more mushroom was perfectly laden with extra sauce. It was a decent size portion that I did not have any room left for dessert after finishing half of the focaccia bread basket. This will definitely be a to go spot for the future. I do hope it stays open for a very long time and the flavors of Sardinian is so beautifully represented here. The service was also impeccable being that it was only managed by one lady at that time. She did a great job in ensuring everybody was taken care of well.

This Sardinian restaurant impressed me so much I literally Google-mapped the island afterward. Everything is seafood-forward with handmade noodles that taste like someone's nonna is in the back. Our server seemed like the owner, and it must've been our lucky night because he surprised us with a complimentary appetizer. Absolutely coming back.

Carasau in Culver City was... good. Not great, not terrible--just firmly parked in the middle lane. I ordered the spaghetti vongole, and while the dish itself was solid, the oregano really came in like it was trying to headline the plate. The flavors were there, but the balance was not. We also tried their "happy hour," which, let's be real, isn't exactly making anyone happy at those prices. We got the meatballs and eggs--2 eggs, 3 meatballs, a little avocado--for $26. Tasty? Yes. Worth $26? That's between you and your wallet. On the brighter side, my Aperol Spritz was excellent--honestly one of the highlights of the meal. Service was quick and friendly, no complaints there. The focaccia, though... $7 for what is basically just bread, and not even a generous amount of it. Let's just say it didn't spark any joy. Overall: a decent spot with good vibes and good service, but the food and pricing don't quite match the ambition. Would I go again? Maybe--for the spritz.

it should go without saying that Italian cuisine is not monolithic. Not all pasta are the same and certainly the food will vary from region to region. Carasau is not just an Italian restaurant. It is a Sardinian restaurant. I have been here a couple of times, mostly for their delicious gelato, but they also offer delicious and unique pasta. The malloredus is quite good. Doesn't feel heavy for a pasta and yet filling. The flavor is good, although just a tad too salty. Could be the cheese but it does overpower any other flavor in the dish. Good thing it is still a tasty pasta dish. Now, the seadas is quite different. I don't think I've seen this at any other Italian restaurants before. Seadas is a Sardinian specialty, a crispy, deep fried pastry stuffed with Pecorino cheese (love this cheese!) and drizzled with warm honey. It is very delectable and has a beautiful balance of that salty cheesiness and sweet, delicious honey. It's practically a must-have at Carasau if you've never had Sardinian cuisine before. Of course, you also can't go wrong with their gelato, which is light, airy, and oh-so-sweet. My favorites are the pistachio, lemon, and strawberries. Lastly, the restaurant itself is charming. It is a great place for a relaxing lunch or dinner

I love this place! The food was so delicious. I cleared out almost everything on the plate. The service, all though slower than many, was very good! We asked for a bowl (we had a dog) and they gave it. They even offered treats for the dog!

Carasau is a wonderful restaurant, and my #1 pick when I'm craving a fresh seafood experience with fantastic service and fair prices. Plus it's tucked right into the cutest part of downtown Culver City and has a heated/shaded outdoor patio. Chef Vincenzo is as kind as he is talented. He provides exceptional high-touch service and will teach you about the Sardinian way of life if you're lucky! He treated my mom and me like royalty on our last visit, coming to check in frequently, making apt suggestions, and making sure my mom was pampered. It was so sweet. My favorite dish is the Fregola Di Mare pearl pasta with the most tender, fresh, and perfectly cooked clams, mussels, bay scallops, and shrimp, in a lobster broth with a touch tomato sauce. This pasta is indulgent and so comforting, but also somehow light and delicate. I can't explain it. The pepperoni pizza is a fantastic Neapolitan style pizza with charred thin crust and a sweet, tomato-forward sauce. DO NOT sleep on their other incredible seafood dishes including the Lemon Fettucini Saffron Cream. The saffron cream sauce is nothing short of magical.... Their tiramisu is also delicious with plenty of fresh whipped cream. I love love love this place and will keep coming back!

We came here on New Years Eve. The service was amazing, the food was delicious and we will definitely be back. I had been wanting to try this restaurant for a while and I am so glad I did. Everyone loved their food, the wine was perfectly paired with the food and we had no room for the dessert (due to the bread being so delicious) but will try to leave room next time.

I stopped by for a casual dinner with friends. Cute vibe and great service. I met owner Vincenzo, who was very friendly. The food is really good. I also ordered some pasta to go for my daughter and she loved it.

Came for a weekday dinner. Free adjacent lot parking. Got the Miata salad, calamari, Malloredus, Branzino, and Tiramisu. The Miata salad was good, enjoyed it. The calamari was really, the best dish. The Malloredus was not good, the pasta was too hard. The seabass was better than most place, but it's also $47. The tiramisu was good, but too sweet. Overall, really enjoyed the dinner. Great restaurant for a romantic date.

Yesterday was a great day for my birthday with my wife, and we had lunch together and I was so excited about the food appetizer baby octopus Sardinia style, fresh pasta seafood and excellent Branzino, Sardinia Vermentino wine and the delicious Seadas Sardinian dessert! Vincenzo the Owner was very nice to us all the time very professional with the costumers! Thank you so much Vincenzo a see soon!

Beyond Amazing! Great outdoor seating in a super convenient location. They have free customer parking as well. Great service with a discussion of the menu. We went with the pesto Ravs and eggplant parm to start. I had the Bottarga for a main. Absolutely fantastic. Come and enjoy

Our first time eating Sardinian cuisine. There were 4 of us in our party. We had the pepperoni pizza which was delicious! We had the fregoli salad with beets which was very refreshing. The black squid ink pasta was more on the salty side and I wish the branzino was served deboned. We ordered bottles of their Sardinian Chardonnay and red and both were surprisingly great! Our server was very attentive and the hostess was very pleasant. We are planning on coming back here again to try more of their pizzas and wines.

TLDR - Great food, but the lack of service (or a restroom) ruined it. This place is probably good for a casual dinner out, but cracked under the pressure of a Valentine's Day dinner service. It took over 3 hours for the pre-fix menu to be served and there was no acknowledgement of the delay or service for drinks in the meantime. Our waiter was there to take our initial order, deliver one course (where we did order another glass of wine), and then there again for the check. We were out of water for the last hour of the ordeal. My wife at least had the option to refill her glass in the ladies room, but the men's restrooms were out of order. The food was great, but the service really took the fun out of the evening. We probably would have spent a few hundred dollars on drinks and tip if we had a server. Giving them a break because it was a busy evening with 3 stars.

We came with our kids for a Friday night family dinner. The pasta dishes were outstanding, especially the seafood spaghetti that was part of my DineLA menu with a great house red wine. Service was excellent - friendly and very attentive. Bruschetta and burrata caprese, as well as the desserts were good, though not outstanding. They make great Americanos and macchiatos! All in all a very nice evening out.

This is a Sardinian restaurant that definitely has its charms. The interior is cute and quaint and takes you to the Sardinian island of Italy. Staff were kind and friendly, and highly knowledgeable of the menu. The food was tasty and satisfying. This was my first time having Sardinian food and I was surprised by how the flavors were different than what I'd expect from an Italian restaurant. The fish was cooked to perfection and seasoned well, all throughout the dish. The veggies that came with it were also seasoned and cooked well. The shrimp linguine had a lot of spices that intrigued the palette. I would come back and try more dishes.

Again a pleasant Sunday Sardinian for an early meal at Carasau. At 4 PM we enjoyed the small plate menu and finished with a delicious dessert. Service was quick and the there were no other diners in the restaurant when we arrived so it was quiet.

Very nice server. Ambience pretty good. Parking through the white gate was free. I liked the lasagna and the ravioli but I think the lasagna was better and I'd recommend that over the ravioli. The ravioli I got was the cheese one with white sauce (so not the pesto or red sauce ravioli). The lasagna was really good to me cause the texture was perfect. I like how you could cut into it and it doesn't fall apart. It was perfectly cooked. I'd say the marinara sauce for it was little too sweet, but overall it's a good lasagna.

Everything was great! Carasau is a great spot for dinner. We ordered the burrata salad, ricotta ravioli and salmon entree. They served us two kinds of house bread, focaccia and baguette, and both were delicious. The server worked hard to get everything right and put our order immediately into an iPad. Very impressive! This is a dog friendly patio - with the table next to us having 2-3 dogs. They were welcomed guests as crumbs fell on the floor. The whole place is delightful with small table lighting. Thank you Carasau!

Love love love Carasau! I obviously love coming here since I've done multiple reviews. Everything about this place is fantastic- the food, the service, the decor, the atmosphere. LOVE! They serve authentic Sardinian Pearl pasta that is so unique and delicious. The wine list is also all from Sardinia. Thank you again for having us!

The food that I had was delicious, I had the Fregola Salad. I wanted something else that was listed as vegan online but wasn't. Just disappointing. If it wasn't for that, I would have given it a better rating.

Parking around here is difficult. They have their own lot, but it's not always open and the neighborhood parking is restricted to permit parking only. You might have to park in the public parking structure (pay per hour) nearby. After finding a parking spot, it's about a 5 minute walk away. This tacks on a lot of extra time if you don't know the parking situation in advance. We started off with the Bruschetta for an appetizer. It comes with three pieces of toast cut in half, topped with tomatoes, olives, mint, basil, and olive oil. A light, yet refreshing way to start the meal. I got the Fregola Salmon, which was pretty tasty. It was my first time having this pearl pasta, that comes from the Sardinia region of Italy. Reminded me of a cous cous with it's slightly chewy texture. The pasta was in a lobster sauce with dill and asparagus. I tried a bite of the Fregola Mediterranean. This one was a little richer, as it had a pecorino cheese sauce with gorgonzola, pork sausage, mushrooms, and walnuts. I also tried a few bites of the Spaghetti Primavera, and despite it looking like an ordinary vegetable pasta dish, I was surprised at how good it was! Another person in my party ordered the Lasagna, but it was about half the size compared to the photo on their online menu. That was disappointing and didn't look very filling.

Came for an Italian dinner based on the great reviews. We were left disappointed with our overall experience. Service was extremely slow. On top of that, the food was not great. We had the lasagna and penne with meatballs. The pasta was not fresh and the sauce was flavorless. For the price, we expected better quality. After flagging down our waiter for the check, he still had the nerve to ask for a 20% tip. Perhaps we came on an off night, as I'm surprised by all the positive reviews. There are better Italian options in downtown. Will not return and would not recommend.

We visited Carasau to celebrate our son's upcoming wedding and to explore hosting his wedding reception there. Chef Vincenzo personally welcomed us, invited us to sample his favorite dishes, and prepared each one himself. His passion, generosity, and attention to detail were extraordinary. The food was exceptional -- thoughtful, beautifully executed, and clearly crafted with pride. The ambiance is truly the best: warm, welcoming, and intimate. The staff were beyond great -- attentive, gracious, and genuinely invested in making the evening special. Even parking was easy and seamless. Carasau made this milestone feel even more meaningful. We left completely confident it would be the perfect place for a wedding reception. I wish we had taken pictures of all the food but we were in awwwww and too distracted. BRAVISSIMO!

The food was rather good the pesto was delectable and the branzino was quite the bite. The small bites are truly a genius thing and that is why I give Thai restaurant five stars. I cannot complain about the price because there was little to no one inside the restaurant sadly. I hope it survives it is such a nice spot. The ambiance is good but I think they should focus on making the interior darker for better ambiance. For more customers they might need to try rebranding their pizza boxes as well as paying yelp money to promote the restaurant to more people which is a great way to hook in customers in this day and age. An instagram might help too. Great place!

Charming Italian restaurant with a Sardinian flair. The food menu is fairly extensive with a choice of pastas, pizzas, and main courses. I had the salmon which was pan roasted, and served with a black olive sauce on a bed of pearled couscous tossed with cherry tomatoes, zucchini, peas, and carrots. The salmon was done to my preference (medium-rare) and tasted delicious. My wife had penne arrabiata made at her request. It was tasty with just the right chewiness to the pasta. We shared a bottle of Sardinian red wine, the In Cantos Cannonau di Sardegna 2016. The wine is a full bodied and bold, with aromas of dark fruit but very dry, and with enough tannins to balance the heaviness of Italian food. Sipping with closed eyes, I might have thought I was drinking a Cabernet Sauvignon. For dessert we shared the tiramisu which was divine! The service was excellent -- attentive and pleasant -- with our server, Phuong, making sure that our table was attended to throughout our dinner.

Tucked on a side street in eclectic Culver City is this fantastic authentic little Italian spot. Handmade fettuccine delicately sauced so flavorful they focus on cuisine from Sardinia. The staff is super friendly knowledgeable. The chef is extremely talented and always with a smile on her face the owner super kind of of course Italian and always greets you with a smile. We went there for lunch sat outside. Had an incredible meal, felt like we were in a different country With the background music and the ambience. A must try.

Reserved a table for Valentine's Day 5 days in advance. Waited 30 min to be sat anyway because they had completely overbooked the place. Waited another 15 or 20 at least before having to ask for someone to take an order. Then another 45 for the food to come out (1 pizza!!). While we waited we got to see the staff get into a shouting match on the line. One of the wildest experiences I've ever had in a restaurant. Thankfully the manager graciously comped 20%. I am never coming back.

All I can say is... what a strange experience. We walked in, and nobody was there. After several minutes of waiting and staring at the cooks, an unsmiling waitress appeared. We sat on the patio, which is cute. We ordered dessert, and then... never saw a waiter again. Who I assume is the owner or manager walked by several times, without ever acknowledging us. Service aside, the tiramisu and bread pudding left MUCH to be desired. Texture, flavor, presentation... no thank you. Edit to respond: She didn't ask us if everything was okay, otherwise we would have let her know. Also, point blank, everything above is accurate - your waitress had a stinky attitude and your food was bad and overpriced. Take care!

This is a nice neighborhood gem. Tables and lighting are nicely set and they have an outdoor patio. The service is attentive and friendly. The food is deliciously prepared-eggplant was very tasty, the lasagna was good, so was the seafood pasta-ferego de la mer I believe is what they called it. Saw the menu Had some breakfast/brunch items that we will be back to try for sure!

Wow what an experience. I came early Monday afternoon so to set the environment it was packed at all and the atmosphere was great. Vincenzo, the owner was amazing. He took care of me and my friend for their birthday and I could tell from him interacting with other that it's a regular thing. Learned about his Sardinian culture and the FOOD?! It was soooooo good. Like everything was so good. I was on a specific diet so couldn't try more but I will be back to do so! Either here at the Culver City one or the other location which is a pasta bar! Definitely coming back.

Amazing food, great service, cute aesthetic! The bread was AMAZING! We had to order more to go. Definitely recommend!

Service very personable. Food is great! I had lasagna this time and shared a pipping hot margarita pizza and Cesar salad...sat outside and heater was warm and cozy.

Wonderful food, charming and attentive staff. Very accomodating. Mille grazie, signores. I very much enjoyed my salad today.

I don't think I have been to a Sardinian restaurant before, so this was a nice first time experience. Fortunately, now, there is free parking, which is a blessing in this area of Culver City full of street parking with lots of restrictions and paid parking everywhere. Perhaps this can incentivize me to visit this place again in the future. We made a reservation just in case, but it was not too busy overall. They have prie fixe options available which I'd say is very good value compared to getting the dish a la carte, as you get 5 courses for $65, versus one entree can be $30-40 easily. We got the seafood prie fixe and the maialetto secondi a la carte, as well as 2 glasses of wine, which came to around $90 per person after tax and tip. It is quite expensive but the food quality is high up there, along with the service. Here are the food we tried: Cauliflower veloute - fairly light yet creamy, with small chunks of cauliflower here and there House bread - complimentary but you have to request it, refills cost extra though Moscardini - octopus - fairly spicy but fresh; my friend loved this dish a lot Fregola ai Frutti di Mare - fregola is a Sardinian pasta and it reminds me of a circular farro. The texture is pretty interesting and works with the seafood that comes with the dish. All the seafood there are fresh. Branzino - crispy skin with slightly tender meat. The sauce that comes with it is like an olive sauce, and the side is some more mashed cauliflower with carrots Maialetto - Sardinian roasted pork - very delicious. The skin is very crispy and the meat is juicy and tender. This dish is very huge and filled us up at the very end. There were slices of carrots and celery served along the dish. It would have been slightly better if there was some sauce, since this dish portion is huge and can start getting one dimensional in flavor. Seadas - pastry with soft pecorino cheese - not too sweet, my favorite level of sweetness! It is fairly crispy and fried, but it is not too heavy. I like the pink cream and mint that came along with the dish. Service is fairly good as water jugs are refilled regularly and the server checked up on us multiple times. In between some courses, we had new plates to ensure we don't mix up flavors from prior dishes.

A New Pasta Bar in town! You can mix-n-match your pasta and sauces! You'll be attracted by their outdoor seating and the navy-blue theme of their restaurant. Grab a menu and order up along the fresh-pasta-making station. It's open seating indoor or outdoor, and your meal will be served to you. Staff are friendly and will bring additional cheese to top your pastas. I'v tried the calamari appetizer. This was well-battered on the mix-seafood. Fresh seafood was used, and batter was light yet crispy. The sauce was the highlight for the calamari. I've ordered pasta -- tossed in alfredo sauce with meatballs, and another pasta -- tossed in funghi sauce with burrata. Fresh pasta was amazing! You'll find each bite was wrapped in its sauce. Both sauces were spiced and textured for the pasta. I was expecting Italian meatball (larger size), but it was appreciated for the fresh-made meatballs.

This is hands down the best (and only) Sardinian restaurant in not only LA but in the US. We had an unforgettable dinner with food that surpassed my expectations. This island off of Italy has created some amazing dishes and thanks to the owner "Vicento", we got an amazing perspective and short history as to the inspiration for launching this restaurant. So glad he made the leap of faith to launch this restaurant and persevere to overcome the challenges during COVID. Definitely try any of their reds from Sardinia. Especially the Sella & Mosca, Tanca Farra. Lastly, if you see Vicento, you may see his very adorable toy poodle "York" on a leash getting his steps in. So well behaved! Buon apetito! Side note: Check out the documentary "Blue Zones" on Netflix to gain a better sense of Sardinia and the high concentration of centenarians. Food and family have much to influence longevity and Carasau definitely delivers on both!! Parking: Street parking available

Our new favorite restaurant in Los Angeles! We found it through a Facebook event that was hosted here a few months ago and keep coming back. I'd never had Sardinian food (which is similar to Italian) and it has been a great find. The soups are consistently excellent. The Fritto Misto is perfectly prepared with calamari, shrimp and zucchini. Our repeat dish every time is the Fregola Mediterranean (pearl shaped pasta in a fabulous sauce). In addition the staff exceeds our expectations every time. Nick was our most recent server and he was fantastic - and helped us with our Italian. Vincenzo the owner is wonderful and makes everyone that visits feel welcome and at home. The free gated parking next door is also a huge perk. If you haven't been, definitely treat yourself to a worthwhile dining experience.